Throughout the Elmhurst Art Museum’s 25th year of inspiring its community, the Museum will host a year-long celebration, with a focus on the three major hallmarks of its mission: architecture (Spring), education (Summer), and art (Fall). Central to the Spring season is the new multimedia exhibition, Houses of Tomorrow: Solar […]
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Bensenville resident runs Chicago Marathon first time ever; Brother from Addison urges her on, presents her with medal
By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ADDISON INDEPENDENT When the 43rd annual Bank of America Chicago Marathon took over the city streets last October, Bensenville resident Maria Tiscareno was a first-time participant. Maria, relationship manager lending specialist with Bank of America, volunteered at the marathon in 2019. Along with her brother […]
County Board votes down election precincts; Members object to lack of outside political influence on Clerk’s proposed map
On Friday, Jan. 14, the DuPage County Board failed to pass updated election precincts to meet the legal deadline of Saturday, Jan. 15, leaving in place existing precincts which do not comply with the requirements of state law, according to a release from the County Clerk’s office. On Monday, Nov. […]
ECT to perform The Music Man Jan. 21-23
Elmhurst Children’s Theatre has announced production details for The Music Man by Meredith Willson, to be performed Friday-Sunday, Jan. 21-23. Directed by Jason Sperling, The Music Man takes the stage in the spacious auditorium at Timothy Christian High School. The Music Man follows fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill, as he […]
School Board discusses audit review, strategic plan; Mask controversy continues at public forum
By Chris Fox FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT The Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 Board held a regular meeting on Jan. 11 at the District 205 Center, 162 S. York St. All seven board members attended the meeting, which was the board’s first regular meeting of 2022. [Ed. note: Due […]
Yet another incident at Oak Brook shopping center; Burberry store hit for estimated $23,000 in stolen merchandise, Oak Brook police say
By Dee Longfellow FOR THE INDEPENDENT According to various news reports, another robbery took place at the Oak Brook Center, this time at the Burberry store. The estimated loss at the Burberry store is $23,000 in merchandise, which was reportedly taken on Friday, Jan. 14 at about 11:30 a.m. According […]
Community Calendar
Welcome back to the Elmhurst Independent’s Community Calendar With the continued volatility in the fight against COVID-19, the Elmhurst Independent is bringing back its Community Calendar. Upcoming events will be published, whether virtual or in person. Please remember to be safe at live events by wearing masks, using hand […]
EAM presents Art from My Heart: Valentines for Seniors
NOTE: The Art Museum is currently closed for installation and building maintenance. On Monday, Feb. 7 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Elmhurst Art Museum and RGL Marketing for the Arts is holding Art from the Heart: Valentines for Seniors, a special gathering to prepare valentines to be delivered […]
Art Museum kicks off 25th anniversary celebration
NOTE: The Art Museum is currently closed for installation and building maintenance. On Friday, Feb. 4 from 4-6 p.m., the Elmhurst Art Museum is holding a free open house sponsored by Lakeside Bank in celebration of the Museum’s 25th anniversary. Get a first glimpse of the recent Education Center renovations, […]
Montini football welcomes Mike Hohensee to coaching staff
Montini Catholic Football has announced the recent addition of veteran player and coach Mike Hohensee to the Bronco coaching staff. Hohensee will serve as offensive quality control coach and football consultant. Hohensee has served countless student athletes as a quarterback coach for almost two decades. After being named an All-American […]